The Redmond City Council voted in favor of allowing marijuana dispensaries in city limits. Learn more about it here.

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The Oregon Senate just passed a bill that could get rid of the twice-annual switching of the clocks. Learn more about it here.

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A new affordable housing community will open its lottery for potential homeowners this spring. Learn more about it here.

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Alaska Airlines will begin running three non-stop round trip services from RDM to PDX starting in May. Learn more about it here.

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Redmond Airport will receive a $10M grant for expansion in addition to the existing $170M allocation. Learn more about the RDM expansion here.

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Federal funding to the tune of $5 million will improve Bend/Redmond airports. Learn more here.

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In Oregon, tens of thousands of acres have already burned during this most recent heatwave. Learn more stats here.

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Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) has appointed a new director and she’s the first woman to take the seat. Find out more here!

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The EPA has announced Oregon will get over $28 million to replace lead service lines for cleaner water. Learn more here.

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A new DEQ study shows Central Oregon had 42 days of “unhealthy” air quality in 2023. Find out more here.

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